About Lilongwe
Lilongwe is the capital of Malawi, home to around 1,115,815 people.
Best time
The dry season for the most comfortable travel
Weather
Largely warm year-round with distinct wet and dry seasons
Experiences
Things to do in Lilongwe
1
Kamuzu Mausoleum
2
World War I Memorial tower and statue of Hastings Kamuzu Banda
Where to eat
Local favourites
Sana
Sells meals such as curry, pizza, and burgers. Good quality for price.
Chicken Inn
Like KFC and surprisingly very good quality. Good chips, and sells ice cream.
Country Lodge
From Mabuya Camp. Offers very good Indian and Chinese food. You can also ring up, place and order and have a takeaway (picking it up yoursel
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
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Welcome Lodge
camping/dorm beds/double room
Mufatse Lodge
Imperial Town Hotel Lilongwe
Has its own cafe and a residents-only bar. Used to be the Imperial Hotel. Clean, pleasant and friendly, in a very convenient location. They
Korea Garden Lodge
Offers a comfortable and relaxing setting close to downtown Lilongwe but in a quiet residential area. Swimming pool, television, rooms rangi
Cresta Crossroads Hotel
This four-star hotel operated by a South African chain offers modern if somewhat uninspiring comfort. Pool, jacuzzi, gym, speedy wireless In
Shopping
- Old Town Mall
Nightlife
- Chez Ntemba International Nightclub
- Lonely Planet/Oasis
- Chameleon Bar
In pictures
Lilongwe gallery
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